Nanaimo Cambie Hostel

Loud

It was gross

Was cheep.

Loud music at bar all night, Could not sleep.. This should be mentioned on the website.

Good location

Beds were uncomfortable

Checking out and leaving

The noise. As soon as we paid, the guy who checked us in gave me and my friend some ear plugs, stating that we will need them as there was a heavy metal band on that night. This should have been advised prior, as we were looking for a relaxing stay. The noise was the worst I have ever experienced whilst staying in a hotel or hostel. It was as though the band were in the room with us. This went on until the early hours. Had it been any other genre I would have headed to the bar below for a pint, if you can't beat them, join them and all that. But it was an acquired taste, that's for sure. The whole point of staying in a hotel or hostel is to have a bed and sleep. The room was very basic, other than a bed, so if both me and my friend were unable to sleep then what are we actually paying for?? We asked the next morning if there was any more live music the second and final night, thankfully there wasn't. Was not expecting the Ritz but just wanted a good bit of sleep. Advise anybody to steer clear if you intend to sleep.